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LOT 1692
Romano-Celtic Bronze Pincer Brooch
1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.
2 1/2 in. (7.09 grams, 64 mm).
Comprising a deep ribbed bow with a returned foot, short catchplate below; round-section pin with a flat-section extension forming the other side of the 'pincer' head. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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